POLICE Department

Investigation into Fatal Crash at 13700 Gulf Freeway

September 23, 2019 - Houston police are investigating a fatal crash at 13700 Gulf Freeway (South Interstate Highway 45) about 10:30 p.m. on Saturday (Sept. 21).

The identity of the male victim, 41, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.

HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant D. Rose and Officer R. Singleton reported:

Witnesses stated the victim was operating a red Yamaha motorcycle above the speed limit and traveling northbound on the Gulf Freeway service road when he entered the ramp to the Gulf Freeway, north of Scarsdale Boulevard.  The motorcyclist lost control and struck the guard rail on the entrance ramp.  Paramedics transported the victim to HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake where he was pronounced deceased.

The investigation is continuing.


JFC/KJS   9-23-19
Inc #123743619-L


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